Anyone who has thousands of floppy disks they need to archive but just haven't got around to the daunting task of entering each one into a floppy drive manually is sure to appreciate the work of YouTube user DwellerTunes. DwellerTunes has created a fully automated floppy disk archiving system that … [Read more...] about Automated Floppy Disk Archiver (video)
DIY Projects
Ultra Detailed Gears of War 3 Digger Launcher Replica
This fantastically detailed and very life like Gears of War 3 Digger Launcher, which is featured in the third Gears of War game. Has been created by husband and wife team Palser and Dena of Kronos Props. … [Read more...] about Ultra Detailed Gears of War 3 Digger Launcher Replica
Cardboard Framed Tricopter And QuadCopter (video)
If you would like to own a quad or tricopter but just can't afford the $300 for a professionally build flying machine such as the Parrot AR.Drone 2.0. You might be interested in these that have been built using cardboard frames rather than the tradition aluminium ones. Details of building both the … [Read more...] about Cardboard Framed Tricopter And QuadCopter (video)
Battlestar Galactica Viper Full Motion Flight Simulator (video)
In preparation for the next upcoming Maker Faire Bay Area, a group of 5 high school students plus parents and mentors from Marin, Oakland, and San Francisco, are all combining their efforts to create a science-fiction full motion flight simulator which has been inspired by the Colonial Vipers from … [Read more...] about Battlestar Galactica Viper Full Motion Flight Simulator (video)
1/3 Scale Star Wars Tie Fighter Up For Sale On Craigslist
Have you ever fancied owning your own 1.3 scale Star Wars Tie Fighter? If you have, there is now one on Craigslist in the Seattle area for $150 or best offer. The DIY Tie Fighter measures 8 x 8 x 8 feet and is collapsible down into 5 pieces for easier storage and transport. It's also fitted with … [Read more...] about 1/3 Scale Star Wars Tie Fighter Up For Sale On Craigslist
Kinect-a-Sketch (video)
The guys over at Waterloo Labs have been busy again this month and combined a Microsoft Kinect controller and an old school Etch-a-Sketch to create a unique mod. The system allows you to control the Etch-a-Sketch simply by standing in front of the Kinect, allowing you to use a huge pencil or even … [Read more...] about Kinect-a-Sketch (video)
Pencil Crossbow Upgrades, Crazy Launchers And More (video)
Following on from his earlier creation of the Pencil Crossbow we featured here on Geeky Gadgets, slingshot modder Joerg Sprave has been at it again and upgraded his device to be even more lethal. Watch his video after the jump showing the latest additions and amendments he has added to his arsenal … [Read more...] about Pencil Crossbow Upgrades, Crazy Launchers And More (video)
reaDIYmate Internet Connected Paper Companions (video)
A new concept has started its journey on Kickstarter that allows you to create paper reaDIYmates that can then be controlled via the internet to carry out a number of different commands. reaDIYmates have been designed to be Wi-fi paper companions that can move and play sounds depending on what's … [Read more...] about reaDIYmate Internet Connected Paper Companions (video)
Skyrim Virtual Reality Kinect Setup Unveiled (video)
If you enjoy a game of Bethesda's The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim game, you might be interested in this new virtual reality setup which has been created to provide Skyrim gamers with even more intensive gameplay immersion. The Skyrim Virtual Reality system consists of a Microsoft Kinect Sensor combined … [Read more...] about Skyrim Virtual Reality Kinect Setup Unveiled (video)
Internet of Things DIY WiFi Camera
Over the years, we have featured a number of professionally manufactured WiFi cameras, but if you have ever fancied building your own, now is the time. An open-source camera kit called the Internet of Things Camera allows you to build your very own WiFi camera using an Eye-Fi Wi-Fi SD card together … [Read more...] about Internet of Things DIY WiFi Camera
Trexta Sketch Up Recyclable iPhone Cases
If you fancy creating your very own customised iPhone 4/4S case, the Trexta Sketch Up cases might well be worth a look. They have been designed by Trexta to be environmentally friendly and easily recyclable. But the great part about the Trexta Sketch Up cases is that you can doodle or draw your … [Read more...] about Trexta Sketch Up Recyclable iPhone Cases
Remote Control Back To The Future Flying DeLorean Quadrotor (video)
We have featured a number of DIY quadrotor machines here on Geeky Gadgets, but this "Back to the Future" Flying DeLorean Quadrotor created by a Russian modder is definitely worth a mention. After the break, you can see how the DeLorean Quadrotor was created and, of course, how it flies. The Back to … [Read more...] about Remote Control Back To The Future Flying DeLorean Quadrotor (video)
